Traffic Accident News / Houston

Major Crash Blocks I-45 North Southbound at Rankin Road

IH-45 North Southbound at Rankin Rd · Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 6:11 AM

A crash verified at 6:11 AM on Thursday, November 12, 2026, has blocked the right shoulder and center lane on I-45 North southbound at Rankin Road in the 77060 area. The incident created immediate traffic disruptions for southbound commuters during the early morning drive. The blockage affects a major corridor in Harris County where drivers regularly encounter delays.

Within one mile of this crash location, 56 crashes have been reported over the last 30 days, with 44 classified as major. Over the past 90 days, the same area has recorded 161 total crashes, 97 of them major. This concentration of incidents reflects the hazardous conditions that exist along this stretch of roadway.

Drivers using this corridor should be aware of where crashes cluster most frequently. The busiest hour for crashes within one mile occurs between 7 AM and 8 AM. Nearby locations with the highest crash counts in the last 90 days include I-45 North Southbound at Greens Road with 15 crashes, I-45 North Northbound at Airtex Boulevard with 13 crashes, and 103 West Rankin Road at 13699 North Freeway Inbound with 10 crashes. The stretch between Greens Road and Airtex Boulevard, combined with the peak morning hour, represents the highest-risk window for this area.

This report is based on preliminary public traffic information and may change as more is learned. It is general information, not legal advice.